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From Department for International Development (DFID)
From The Rt Hon Justine Greening
  • The Girl Effect: Why tackling gender inequality can transform the developing world

    The inaugural international development annual public lecture delivered by International Development Secretary Justine Greening at the University of Warwick.

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    First published during the 2010 to 2015 Conservative and Liberal Democrat coalition government

  • Justine Greening's speech to mark 30 years of Islamic Relief

    The speech, delivered in Birmingham, celebrates Islamic Relief which has grown from a small humanitarian charity into a global development agency.

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    First published during the 2010 to 2015 Conservative and Liberal Democrat coalition government

  • UK pledges support for Pakistan’s growth

    New support from the UK will give a boost to small and growing businesses in Pakistan.

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    First published during the 2010 to 2015 Conservative and Liberal Democrat coalition government

  • British students challenged to ‘shape the future’

    Schoolchildren across the UK are being invited to put their best ideas forward on how the government can make life better for girls and women.

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    First published during the 2010 to 2015 Conservative and Liberal Democrat coalition government

  • Greening: Supporting growth and jobs in Africa can beat poverty

    Development agencies must invest more in supporting Africa's growth, International Development Secretary Justine Greening has said.

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    First published during the 2010 to 2015 Conservative and Liberal Democrat coalition government

  • An end to poverty: Justine Greening's speech to the China International Development Research Network

    A speech on the post-2015 development agenda during a visit to the China International Development Research Network in Beijing.

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    First published during the 2010 to 2015 Conservative and Liberal Democrat coalition government

  • Rana Plaza: one year on - UK aid to improve Bangladesh’s garment sector

    The UK has ramped up efforts to improve safety and working conditions in Bangladesh’s garment sector since the Rana Plaza disaster in April 2013.

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    First published during the 2010 to 2015 Conservative and Liberal Democrat coalition government

  • UK development bonds will combat global poverty

    The UK will launch its first ever development impact bond to improve healthcare in Africa by bringing together private and public investment.

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    First published during the 2010 to 2015 Conservative and Liberal Democrat coalition government

  • Justine Greening: A humanitarian system for the 21st Century

    Speech delivered by the Secretary of State for International Development at the World Bank spring meetings.

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    First published during the 2010 to 2015 Conservative and Liberal Democrat coalition government

  • UK pledges new focus on disaster preparation

    Justine Greening to announce new programme which will help improve how developing countries prepare for humanitarian disasters, at the World Bank Spring meetings.

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    First published during the 2010 to 2015 Conservative and Liberal Democrat coalition government

  • Greening: act now for Syrian children

    Justine Greening urges international donors to deliver on their promises to help thousands of children affected by conflict in Syria.

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    First published during the 2010 to 2015 Conservative and Liberal Democrat coalition government

  • British accountants to develop accountancy expertise in Africa and Asia

    The UK will help improve financial management and investment climates of developing countries by sharing British expertise and international best practice.

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    First published during the 2010 to 2015 Conservative and Liberal Democrat coalition government

  • JPMorgan Chase, DFID and CDC announce $20 million combined investment in Novastar Ventures

    JPMorgan Chase and DFID will invest in promising businesses in East Africa to kick start growth across the region.

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    First published during the 2010 to 2015 Conservative and Liberal Democrat coalition government

  • Speech by Justine Greening to NIDOS #Scotland2015 conference

    International Development Secretary sets out post 2015 agenda and why Scotland can be proud of the immense contribution made with, and through, DFID.

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    First published during the 2010 to 2015 Conservative and Liberal Democrat coalition government

  • Greening: United we have the greatest impact on world poverty

    Development Secretary praises Scottish NGOs and recognises commitment of DFID staff based in East Kilbride.

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    First published during the 2010 to 2015 Conservative and Liberal Democrat coalition government

  • UK to provide seeds and fishing kits to avoid starvation in South Sudan

    Vital support to help farmers affected by conflict before the rainy season begins.

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    First published during the 2010 to 2015 Conservative and Liberal Democrat coalition government

  • UK makes £3m contribution to Syrian Recovery Fund

    William Hague and Justine Greening announce a £3million boost to the Syria Recovery Trust Fund.

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    First published during the 2010 to 2015 Conservative and Liberal Democrat coalition government

  • Justine Greening: ICS Entrepreneur

    International Development Secretary Justine Greening launches a new International Citizen Service scheme for young entrepreneurs.

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    First published during the 2010 to 2015 Conservative and Liberal Democrat coalition government

  • Britain builds a new generation of global entrepreneurs

    A new volunteering scheme will help young people work in start-up enterprises and companies in fast growing economies like Bangladesh, Nigeria and Tanzania.

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    First published during the 2010 to 2015 Conservative and Liberal Democrat coalition government

  • UK pledges redoubled efforts to end the Syrian conflict and alleviate humanitarian suffering

    William Hague and Justine Greening issue joint statement ahead of third anniversary of the start of the Syria conflict on Saturday 15 March.

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    First published during the 2010 to 2015 Conservative and Liberal Democrat coalition government